2008 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 940 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | X3 | Copen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 46 L |
